The understanding of responsibility can usually be divided into two meanings. First, it refers to what should be done within the scope of duties, such as duties, responsibilities, post responsibilities, etc. Second, it refers to the adverse consequences or compulsory obligations that should be borne if the job is not done well. The sense of responsibility is "wanting to be an official"; The ability to take responsibility is "to be an officer"; Responsible behavior is a "true official"; Responsibility system is "feasible"; The fruit of responsibility is "doing things well". Responsibility means caring for others and the whole society.

Responsibility is what a person should and should not do. "New Tang Book" Wang Xuan, Xue Shou, etc. Praise said: "It is also the duty of Taizong to observe, ask for advice and listen to it, so that it can be motivated without doubt." General discussion of Wu Shi in Yuan Dynasty: "I am a responsible minister, and I do my best to praise the family. I will give it in the morning and evening, only allow it, and be harmonious but different." Song Yingzong ruled Pingping for three years: "Your Majesty can be responsible for the general and make the territory have nothing to do, that is, the world is fortunate."